From May 26 to 28, 2026, SPS Italia - Smart Production Solutions in Parma returned as a key reference event for industrial automation. In this context, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS showcased advanced drive technologies designed for increasingly interconnected, flexible, and sustainability-oriented production environments.

Farnell has announced the launch of its dedicated drone solutions proposition, designed to support engineers and innovators developing next-generation unmanned aerial systems across a wide range of industries.

Rockwell Automation has released a new season of ROKStudios, its thought leadership video series featuring in‑depth interviews with executives from leading machine builders and industry associations.

Machinery safety continues to be a key theme at MachineBuilding.South, particularly given that the mandatory implementation of the new Machinery Regulation is just around the corner.

A new Make UK report reveals that while AI could unlock billions in productivity gains for UK manufacturing, skills shortages and low levels of adoption risk preventing businesses from realising its full potential.

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS will be exhibiting at the world’s leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management in Munich, presenting its drive solutions to the industry at IFAT 2026.

Tapeswitch UK has launched a new website designed and built by Leeds creative studio Zeppo Creative.

Among a host of other technologies on show at MachineBuilding.South, you'll also be able to talk to leading enclosure manufacturers for all aspects of machine building across different end user sectors.

Siemens has revealed the winners of its third annual Techcellence Awards, at Realize LIVE Americas 2026 in Detroit. Now in its third year, Siemens’ Techcellence Awards brings recognition to companies and individuals that are empowering change through digital transformation and sustainability, as well as individuals who are acting as a champion for digital technology and sharing their knowledge with the Siemens community.

On June 16 and 17, adhesives dispensing automation supplier Intertronics will exhibit at Robotics and Automation 2026 at the MTC, Coventry. The Oxfordshire-based distributor will demonstrate how robotic dispensing technology can enhance repeatability and throughput in a cost-effective way for manufacturers of electronics, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, and other products.